Answers 2026
which of the following activities MOST directly relates to the basic HRM goal of
facilitating organizational competitiveness?
a. developing a strategicc perspective to human resource management that satisfies
goals and objectives
b. investing in employee training that enhances productivity
c. complying with government regulations
d. designing "outreach" programs to attract minority job applicants
e. developing formal mentoring programs to help women and minorities advance in the
organization - CORRECT ANSWER- a
one of the first factors that increased the importance of human resource management
was
a. the 1964 Civil Rights act
b. the worker revolution
c. technological advances in computers
d. the increase in manufacturing
e. the growth in the service sector - CORRECT ANSWER- a
the human resource function in organizations today
a. has grown into the role of strategic partner
b. does little beyond ensure compliance with labor regulations
c. is vital to the smooth operation of the business, but is not influenced by the
organization's strategy
d. dominates the other functional areas and dictates strategy to the organization
e. is organized and managed very much as it has been for the last century -
CORRECT ANSWER- a
a large computer chip manufacturer has just hired another firm to perform its applicant
background checks. which of the following is likely part of this process?
a. theory z
b. theory x
c. organizational culture
d. strategic organization
e. outsourcing - CORRECT ANSWER- e
a small restaurant is concerned about increasing worker productivity and tries to better
structure it jobs to maximize output and service delivery. the restaurant is likely using
some of the principles discussed in
a. downsizing
b. outsourcing
c. theory X
d. scientific management